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Kokomo
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo bursts with holiday events this December, including art bazaars at Artworks Gallery, light displays at Highland Park and ice skating at Municipal Stadium, plus trivia, photo stops and a Christmas parade downtown. Many events offer free or low-cost fun for families (scheduled on various dates). The Kokomo Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pioneer Theatre in Kokomo presents Peter Pan and Wendy as Melia McIntire (senior class president) takes the stage under director Adrienne Pursley’s guidance. The production offers fresh energy and creative direction, bringing a beloved story to life. Pharos-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Howard County's Emergency Management Agency received StormReady certification from the National Weather Service after proving its rapid storm alerts and coordination efforts, and the designation will remain for four years to support local safety measures. Kokomo Lantern
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana hospitals lowered health care costs—new national rankings showed improved pricing and more cost-effective care. The findings suggest treatments are becoming more affordable for our community. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After weather cancellations, Howard County boys basketball resumes as Taylor aims for their first win in a Friday game against Northfield (following a loss to Frankton). The Kokomo Post Sports team will cover the Marion (vs. Western) matchup live to track early-season momentum. The Kokomo Post
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Breakfast Buffet with the Grinch
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Elite Event Center — Enjoy the festive fun and delicious food while mingling with the Grinch.
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CKRR Reminiscing 5K
5-11 p.m. — Highland Park - Roger's Pavilion — $18 ($15.50 for ages 0-18 and 70+) — Celebrate the new year with a chip-timed 5K run or walk amidst the festive Christmas lights.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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